The Assistant Planner performs professional level work in the field of current or advanced planning; conducts special projects and research as assigned; and prepares reports and recommendations relative to assigned area of responsibility. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS This is the entry-level class in the professional planner series. Incumbents perform planning assignments of a less complex nature in the fields of current and advanced planning under immediate to general supervision. Incumbents are expected to demonstrate increased proficiency and to promote to the Associate Planner level. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED The Assistant Planner receives immediate supervision from higher level professional or his/her designee. This position exercises no supervision.Essential and other important responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Perform professional level work in the field of current or advanced planning. Gather and maintain demographic data and other related statistics. Research, analyze, and interpret social, economic, population, and land use data and trends. Compile information and make recommendations on special studies; prepare technical and complex reports. Make presentations to the Planning Commission, developers, community groups, and outside agencies. Review development proposals and other requests made to the Planning Division for conformance with appropriate regulations; prepare reports of recommendations. Check commercial, industrial, and residential development plans for issuance of zone clearance; process permit applications. Confer with and advise architects, builders, attorneys, contractors, engineers, and the general public regarding City development policies and standards. Prepare staff reports and graphic displays. Research and draft ordinances for review. Perform related duties as assigned.Any combination of experience and training that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be: Training: Equivalent to a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in urban planning or a closely related field. LICENSE OR CERTIFICATE Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California driver license and legally required vehicle insurance. Must also be able to meet driving record standards set by the city's driving policy.Knowledge of: Land use, general planning, and code enforcement. Research and investigation procedures. Basic drafting and graphic presentations. Business English, spelling, and grammar. Ability to: Speak publicly and explain/interpret City practices and objectives. Demonstrate tact and diplomacy with the public. Prepare reports and graphic presentations. Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. Learn laws underlying general plans, zoning, and land divisions. Learn applicable environmental laws and regulations. PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS: Mobility: frequent use of keyboard; frequent sitting for long periods of time; occasional climbing, bending, and squatting. Lifting: frequently up to 10 pounds; occasionally up to 40 pounds. Vision: constant use of overall vision; frequent reading and close-up work; occasional color and depth vision. Dexterity: frequent repetitive motion; frequent writing; frequent grasping, holding, and reaching. Hearing/Talking: frequent hearing and talking, in person and on the phone. Emotional/Psychological: frequent decision-making and concentration; frequent public and/or coworker contact; occasional working alone. Environmental: frequent exposure to noise. WORKING CONDITIONS: Work is performed in a typical temperature controlled office environment subject to typical office noise and environment. Positions may require occasional overtime; weekend work and travel is rare.